Youtube has been one of the richest means for entertainment and knowledge since quite a few years now. But very few times do we actually watch a video and using it to do something worthwhile. Well, Kharghar based 19 year old boy, Prem Thakur has achieved a feat in itself by designing his own car with the help of the video streaming website.
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A second year B.Com student, Prem didn’t have any experience or knowledge about automobile engineering but his passion for the subject led him to what he stands by today, his own two seater buggy. Learning from the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) videos, the young lad built most of the model by himself except for the engine and transmission that were sourced from a second hand Hyundai Accent.
Prem built the chassis himself with the help of a welding machine, followed by a complete paintjob which took him about four months to complete from scratch. Coming from a simple background, the total cost of the project set him back by Rs. 2.50 lakh.
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The hand-made custom buggy sports LED head lamps, turn indicators, and a music system with USB functionality. With the vehicle now ready to roll, Prem plans to take his creation to the track to test its abilities. He is now aspiring to undertake a course in automobile engineering in the near future.
Following is video of Prem and his hand-made buggy: